Staszic Palace Palace
Neoclassical palace housing the Polish Academy of Sciences
On Warsaw's historic Krakowskie Przedmieście, Staszic Palace hosts the Polish Academy of Sciences in a neoclassical building. Visitors pass its façade en route between the Royal Route, university quarter and Old Town.
Staszic Palace at a Glance#
About Staszic Palace#
Staszic Palace (Pałac Staszica) is a neoclassical building in central Warsaw, Poland. It houses the Polish Academy of Sciences.
The palace presents a neoclassical facade on Krakowskie Przedmieście and is a notable element of Warsaw’s historic urban ensemble. Its interiors are used for academic offices, meetings, and occasional public events related to the academy.
The building dates from the early 19th century and was rebuilt and restored several times following damage during the 20th century. Since the mid-20th century it has been associated with national scientific and academic institutions.
The palace stands on Krakowskie Przedmieście in Warsaw’s central district, among other major public buildings and close to the city’s historic Old Town.
- Current use and location: Serves as the headquarters of the Polish Academy of Sciences and is situated on the historic Krakowskie Przedmieście thoroughfare in Warsaw’s old town quarter.
How to Get to Staszic Palace#
Staszic Palace (Pałac Staszica) sits on Krakowskie Przedmieście in central Warsaw. The nearest metro station is Nowy Świat-Uniwersytet (Metro line M1), a 2-5 minute walk; Warszawa Centralna rail station is about a 10-15 minute walk along Krakowskie Przedmieście. Numerous tram lines and city buses serve the central artery nearby, making the palace easy to reach on foot from central Warsaw.
Tips for Visiting Staszic Palace#
- Check opening hours with the Polish Academy of Sciences before you go - Staszic Palace often houses institutions and is not always open to casual visitors, though its façade on Krakowskie Przedmieście is worth seeing any time.
- Visit early in the day to photograph the palace and nearby monuments along the Royal Route before tour groups arrive; if internal access is available, ask about scheduled guided visits in advance.
Best Time to Visit Staszic Palace#
Visit Staszic Palace in spring or autumn to avoid peak summer crowds and enjoy more comfortable conditions for exploring indoor cultural sites.
Weather & Climate near Staszic Palace#
Staszic Palace's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (519 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 1° | -7° | 24 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 2° | -5° | 25 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| March | Acceptable | -1° - 7° | -1° | 29 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 3° - 13° | 6° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Very Good | 8° - 19° | 14° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.5h |
| June | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.5h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 24° | 19° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 3.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.0h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 57 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.8 m/s | 1.0 high | 14.5h |
| September | Very Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 6° | 35 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 6° | 0° | 40 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 2° | -5° | 35 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |
